THE FOUNDER
Voice & Vision
CREATOR.
DIRECTOR.
VISIONARY.
STORYTELLER.
CREATOR.
DIRECTOR.
VISIONARY.
STORYTELLER.
"I’ve been holding a camera for as long as I can remember. From little Hannah running around Gary, Indiana, snapping moments that nobody else thought twice about, to now...building something far bigger than myself.
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Mahogany Lens Modeling Agency was born from that same little girl’s vision: the belief that our stories matter. I didn’t always see girls who looked like me, boys from my community, or the fullness of our beauty reflected back in media. That absence didn’t break me, it lit a fire in me.
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This agency isn’t just about fashion or photos. It’s about creating space where authenticity isn’t optional, where confidence is nurtured, and where Black and brown beauty stands unapologetically at the center. Every model who steps into this agency carries not only their own dreams, but also the weight of a legacy that we’re writing together.
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I’m reminded daily that legacy doesn’t start when the world applauds, it starts in the quiet decisions, the bold steps, the moments of faith when no one’s watching. Mahogany Lens is my way of saying: we belong here. Our creativity, our excellence, our vision, it deserves to be seen.
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This is more than my story. It’s our story. A story of resilience, beauty, and truth told through every lens, every runway, every step forward."
— Hannah Burton, Founder & CEO​
"My story has always been stitched together by vision and faith. From childhood dreams to being captured through another’s lens, to standing with my team today — these videos remind me that legacy is built step by step, moment by moment."
Little Me Big Dreams
Becoming The Vision
My Legacy In Motion
Our Mission
At Mahogany Lens Modeling Agency, our mission is to highlight, inform, educate, and empower Black stories and experiences through the art of modeling. We are committed to cultivating authenticity, creativity, and confidence in every model we work with. By combining training, mentorship, and creative partnerships, we create a space where models grow not only in their craft, but also as leaders and storytellers who impact culture and community.
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a legacy-driven agency that redefines how Black beauty, strength, and creativity are seen in media and beyond. We see Mahogany Lens as more than a modeling agency — it’s a movement, rooted in truth and excellence, that uplifts Black men and women to step into their fullest potential. Through our work, we aim to inspire future generations to embrace their identity, walk in purpose, and carry forward a legacy that lasts.